FEE: Free

Alicia Hauff | Homing: Radical Re-Membering

January 31, 2026 - July 5, 2026

Homing is a solo exhibition featuring the work of regional multidisciplinary artist Alicia Hauff. This body of work examines the disconnect between contemporary life and the ecological, ancestral, and somatic systems that have sustained human and non-human communities. Homing refers to “an ability to return to a place or territory after traveling a distance away from it.” The foundational aspects of home include a sense of rootedness, connectedness, belonging, safety, and mutual care. Homing is a re-membering, recovering, and re-commitment to the greater whole of interconnected, interdependent life. Re-membering relates to the embodied act of becoming whole, putting ourselves back together again in care and community. For Hauff, homing begins with getting to know those beings all around us, every day.

Starion Bank Gallery | Plains Art Museum

General admission to this and all exhibitions at Plains Art Museum are free every day of the week.

FEE: Free

Color Improvisations 3

Dates: March 28 – August 23, 2026
Location: William and Anna Jane Schlossman Gallery, Plains Art Museum

Color Improvisations 3 features 42 vibrant, large-scale quilts that explore the expressive possibilities of color in contemporary textile art. Curated by acclaimed artist Nancy Crow, the exhibition includes work by 38 artists from the United States, Canada, and New Zealand.

Each piece was created specifically for this exhibition, highlighting a wide range of artistic voices united by innovation, bold composition, and masterful craftsmanship. Visitors will experience dynamic color palettes and inventive approaches that push the boundaries of quilt-making as an art form.

Following its international tour in Germany and North American debut in Nebraska, the exhibition continues its tour across the continent through 2029.

Exhibition Tour:
Thursday, April 9, 6:00–6:45 PM (Free)
Join a curatorial team-led tour exploring contemporary quilt-making and the ideas behind the exhibition.

FEE: Red Door members free to apply

Call for Art: Abstract/Impressionist Art Exhibition

Red Door Art Gallery – Wahpeton, ND

Submission Deadline: June 20, 2026
Deadline for Arrival of Artwork: June 27, 2026
Exhibition Dates: June 30 – August 1, 2026
Artists’ Reception: Thursday, July 10, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Artists are invited to submit work for the Abstract/Impressionist Art Exhibition. Open to artists residing in North Dakota, Minnesota, or South Dakota, as well as those with a connection to Wahpeton, ND or Breckenridge, MN.

This exhibition welcomes nonrepresentational and stylized work across a range of mediums, including painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, printmaking, mixed media, wood carving, and textiles. Artists may submit 3–5 pieces(or up to 10 feet of wall space). All work must be for sale; a 30% gallery commission applies.

Submission Info:
Email images and artwork details (title, year, medium, dimensions, price, and description) to director@reddoorgallerywahpeton.com. First-time exhibitors must include an artist biography.

Additional Requirements:
Artists must be current members of Red Door Art Gallery, and all work must be ready to install and remain on view for the duration of the exhibition (unless sold).

Contact:
📞 701-591-1010
📧 director@reddoorgallerywahpeton.com

FEE: Free

LRAC BIPOC Artists Cohort FY26 Exhibition & John Magnuson Solo Exhibition

May 4 – June 25, 2026
Lake Region Arts Council Galleries, Fergus Falls, MN

The Lake Region Arts Council is proud to present two exhibitions celebrating creativity, artistic growth, and diverse perspectives from across Minnesota.

The Main Gallery features the LRAC BIPOC Artists Cohort FY26 Exhibition, marking the ninth year of LRAC’s BIPOC Artist Cohort Program. This exhibition showcases work by cohort artists Cody Avalos, Victoria McWane-Creek, Lyssa Lovejoy, and Katie Louise Muzquiz, whose practices span photography, painting, spoken word, mixed media, and community-centered artmaking. Together, their work explores themes of identity, memory, healing, connection, and creative expression.

In the Office Gallery, visitors can experience the first solo exhibition by Fergus Falls artist John Magnuson. Working in acrylics, inks, and found materials, Magnuson creates mixed-media works that blend abstract and representational elements while giving new life to repurposed materials.

Visitors are invited to explore these compelling exhibitions and engage with the artists’ unique perspectives and creative journeys.

Gallery admission is free and open to the public.

FEE: Free

George Pfeifer 60th Anniversary Retrospective

May 22 - August 9, 2026 | On view in the Katherine Kilbourne Burgum and Gustavian Galleries
The Rourke Art Gallery + Museum

George Pfeifer: A 60th Anniversary Retrospective celebrates six decades of work by Fargo-born artist George Pfeifer, marking the 60th anniversary of his first solo exhibition at The Rourke Art Gallery in 1966, when he was just 19 years old.

The exhibition features 60 works spanning Pfeifer’s career, including early hard-edge color field paintings and screen prints influenced by gallery founder James O’Rourke, as well as later realist landscapes known for their vivid color and precision. Works are drawn from The Rourke’s Permanent Collection, Plains Art Museum, private collections, and include both historic and recent pieces.

Pfeifer has presented more than forty-five solo exhibitions across venues including The Rourke, Plains Art Museum, The Fargo Gallery, M State Fergus Falls, Jamestown Art Center, North Dakota State University, and others. His work is also held in numerous public and private collections nationwide.

The exhibition is presented in the Katherine Kilbourne Burgum and Gustavian Galleries, Archive & Reading Room, and 2nd Level Hall at The Rourke Art Gallery + Museum, with support from Rich & Nancy Callender and Darren & Jane Leno.

Public Viewing Hours

3 to 7 p.m. on THU
1 to 5 p.m. on FRI, SAT, & SUN

FEE: Free

“From the Cities of Europe to the Lakes of Minnesota” – The Art of Melissa Werpy

May 22 – June 21, 2026 | Ida Graves Distillery Tasting Room, Alexandria, MN

The Alexandria Art Guild, in collaboration with Ida Graves Distillery, presents From the Cities of Europe to the Lakes of Minnesota, an exhibition featuring the work of artist Melissa Werpy. Working in both painting and fine art ceramics, Werpy creates pieces that explore the relationship between form, function, and artistic expression. This unique exhibition highlights how her creative processes intersect, resulting in artwork that is both beautiful and functional.

Artist Talk:
Sunday, June 21 | 5:00–7:00 PM

Join Melissa Werpy for an artist talk at Ida Graves Distillery and hear firsthand about her artistic inspirations, creative journey, and the processes behind the works featured in the exhibition. Visitors are invited to enjoy the artwork while sampling handcrafted cocktails from the distillery.

FEE: Free

Before We Were Happy:
2026 Annual Adult Regional Show

May 26 – July 3, 2026 | New York Mills Regional Cultural Center, New York Mills, MN

The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center presents its 2026 Annual Adult Regional Show, Before We Were Happy. Inspired by this year’s Great American Think-Off question, the exhibition invites regional artists to explore complex ideas and personal perspectives through visual art.

A special reception celebrating both the exhibiting artists and the Great American Think-Off finalists will take place on Friday, June 12, from 5:00–8:00 p.m. This free community event offers an opportunity to engage with thought-provoking artwork while enjoying conversation and connection with artists, thinkers, and community members.

The exhibition will be on view from May 26 through July 3, 2026.

FEE: $12 Adults | $11 Seniors | $10 College Students | $8 Youth 5-17 & Children under 5 are Free.
HCSCC members get in free | Admission is also free every Tuesday night 5-8pm.

Rocks and Hard Places:
Emigration through the Lens of Knud Knudsen

June 12 - September 27, 2026
Hjemkomst Center

The exhibit provides viewers with 30 stunning framed black and white photographs taken between 1870 and 1900 that capture the toil and challenging topography that drove so many people to emigrate, many to Minnesota. In addition to Knudsen’s photographs, exhibit panels explore and contextualize the political, economic, and family pressures that led to above-average emigration from the region.

These immigrant stories from the nineteenth and early-twentieth centuries give us a more nuanced understanding of our immigrant neighbors today and the pressures that lead them to leave their homelands.

This traveling exhibit is organized by Vesterheim, the national Norwegian-American Museum and Folk Art School, with support from Lars and Martha Alsaker on behalf of Dan Alsaker and his sister Pam (Alsaker) Hemingway; Alsaker Corporation, and the Hanson Family Foundation.

This exhibit is supported in part by The Arts Partnership with support from the Cities of Fargo, Moorhead, and West Fargo; the Alex Stern Family Foundation, and the Fargo-Moorhead Area Foundation.

FEE: $125 (K–4 sessions) | $150 (5–8 sessions) | Scholarships available

Summer Arts Academy 2026

Dates: June 22–26 & July 27–31, 2026
Location: Kaddatz Galleries (and Creation Shop)

Kaddatz Galleries presents Summer Arts Academy 2026, offering two weeks of creative, hands-on art experiences for youth entering grades K–4 and 5–8. Classes are led by experienced teaching artists and explore a variety of mediums including mixed media, painting, pottery, and sculpture. All supplies are included.

Session 1: June 22–26

Grades K–4 (10:00 AM–12:00 PM)
Mixed Media Puppets & Painting (Jona Brown)
Students will create imaginative puppets and props using everyday materials, along with painted backdrops that bring their creations to life.

Grades 5–8 (1:00–4:00 PM)
Inspired by Minnesota: Pottery & Sculpture Adventure (Blayze Buseth)
A hands-on clay workshop exploring Minnesota’s landscapes and artistic traditions through techniques such as pinch, coil, slab, carving, and sculptural building.

Session 2: July 27–31

Grades K–4 (10:00 AM–12:00 PM)
Inspired by Minnesota: Pottery & Sculpture Adventure (Blayze Buseth)
Young artists will explore storytelling through clay while learning foundational pottery and sculpture techniques.

Grades 5–8 (1:00–4:00 PM)
Mixed Media Explorations (Naomi RaMona Schliesman)
Students will experiment with a wide range of materials and processes including painting, drawing, collage, printmaking, and sculpture while building creative confidence and skills.

Cost:
$125 (K–4 sessions) | $150 (5–8 sessions)

Scholarships:
Partial and full scholarships are available based on need.

FEE: Free

29th Annual Fine Art Show & Sale

July 11–12, 2026 | 10:00 AM–4:00 PM | Cormorant Community Center, Pelican Rapids, MN

The Cormorant Area Art Club invites the public to its 29th Annual Fine Art Show & Sale. This popular two-day event showcases original artwork and handcrafted items created by regional artists.

Visitors will find a wide variety of artwork and gifts, including paintings, glass art, fiber art, cards, sculpture, monoprints, and other unique handmade items. Whether you're looking to add to your art collection, find a special gift, or simply enjoy the creativity of local artists, there is something for everyone to discover.

The event also features refreshments and door prizes throughout the weekend.

Location:
Cormorant Community Center
10929 County Highway 5
Pelican Rapids, MN

FEE: Free

LRAC Guest Juror Exhibition – Anne Meyer

July 13 – September 15, 2026 | Lake Region Arts Council, Fergus Falls, MN

Lake Region Arts Council is pleased to present the 2026 Guest Juror Exhibition featuring the work of multidisciplinary artist Anne Meyer of St. Joseph, Minnesota.

Meyer's practice bridges studio work, public art, and community engagement. A graduate of the University of Minnesota–Morris with a B.A. in Studio Art, she completed an apprenticeship at Saint John’s Pottery under master ceramicist Richard Bresnahan. Her career has included public murals, outdoor sculpture commissions, artist residencies, educational programming, and collaborative community-based projects throughout Minnesota and beyond.

As Guest Juror for the 2026 LRAC Guest Juror Exhibition, Meyer brings a thoughtful and inclusive perspective rooted in artistic excellence, mentorship, and the transformative power of community-centered art.

Closing Reception & Guest Juror Talk:
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Reception: 5:00–6:30 PM
Guest Juror Talk: 5:30 PM

Location:
Lake Region Arts Council
133 South Mill Street
Fergus Falls, MN 56537

FEE: $12 Adults | $11 Seniors | $10 College Students | $8 Youth 5-17 & Children under 5 are Free.
HCSCC members get in free | Admission is also free every Tuesday night 5-8pm.

Bearing Witness Art Quilt Exhibit

October 10 - December 27, 2026
Hjemkomst Center

Opening Oct. 10, Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County will display 40 art quilts called Bearing Witness, produced by Studio Art Quilts Association. The theme of the exhibit is “deliberate attempts to eradicate specific populations due to differences of culture, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender expression, and race. Often motivated by those in power, collective trauma and tragedy are part of our past and present.

This exhibition will educate viewers about the perils of antisemitism, racism, homophobia, sexism, and inequity. Our challenge is to remember and learn from the history of The Holocaust and other global genocides and to amplify our shared humanity. Preserving our humanity is at the center of all diversity, equity, and inclusion work, invoking the core of our experiences” (SAQA website).

The exhibit will show at the Hjemkomst Center in Moorhead Oct. 10 through Dec. 27, 2026. This exhibit will no doubt startle viewers who may be expecting their grandmother’s traditional quilts. Images and artist statements share the artists’ reflection on global atrocities in an art form that expands the tradition of quilt making to include found objects, sculpture, photo transfer, embroidery, and beadwork.

This activity is funded in part by Joe and Muriel Richardson, the FM Quilters (thank you!), the voters of Minnesota through grants through MN State Arts Board and Lake Region Arts Council from a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund, the FM Area Foundation, Alex Stern Family Foundation, and The Arts Partnership with support from the Cites of Fargo, Moorhead, and West Fargo.